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The Drake vs The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
Both properties are rated very highly by professional travelers. On balance, The Drake, A Hilton Hotel scores significantly better than Kimpton Hotel Allegro. The Drake, A Hilton Hotel comes in at 90 with endorsements from 16 publications including BlackBook, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
The Drake
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140 E. Walton Place, Magnificent Mile, Chicago, IL 60611
From $101 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Built in 1920, the grande dame of Chicago hotels stands tall where Michigan Avenue and Lake Shore Drive intersect in Chicago's swanky Gold Coast."
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Insight Guides
"Opened in 1920, the Drake keeps pace with the polished neighborhood, right off the Magnificent Mile."
Lonely Planet
"The grande dame commands a striking location at the north end of Michigan Ave, near Oak St Beach."
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Upscale
"The 535-room Drake Hotel is a historic property on upscale Magnificent Mile and one of Chicago’s grande dames."
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Travel + Leisure
"The Drake is the grande dame of Chicago hotels, with a prime location, storied history, white-glove service, and of course a distinguished guest list."
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Try to score a room facing north or east for unobstructed views of the lake and Lake Michigan’s Oak Street Beach.
The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
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171 W Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
From $84 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Family Friendly
Michelin Guide
"The demeanor here is relaxed, fun, and youthful... it offers the top-notch amenities of a major hotel chain."
Frommer's
"The Allegro's laid-back vibe makes it a better bet for families and couples than other, more business-focused Loop hotels."
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Fodor's
"Theater lovers will relish an opportunity to stay at this Art Deco–themed hot spot."
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Upscale
"This 438-room Kimpton hotel is located in the heart of the Theatre District, and surrounded by the corporate offices of the Loop."
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Rough Guide
"With a colourful, updated Art Deco design, this boutique hotel is sure to delight. Luxury amenities throughout, and a wine reception in the afternoon."
